Akira
Akira Ransomware shifts focus to SMBs
Many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) operate under the assumption that cybercriminals won’t target them, believing their data or systems lack the value to entice hackers. After all, these businesses often can’t afford the hefty ransoms that typically interest cyber attackers. However, this misconception is increasingly outdated. Hackers have shifted their tactics and are now […]
Akira Ransomware encryption breached with cloud computing
Ransomware attacks have become one of the most feared cyber threats in recent times. Cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging sophisticated technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to execute highly effective and near-flawless attacks. The growing sophistication of these attacks makes them difficult to counter, leaving many victims with no option but to pay hefty ransoms to regain […]
Akira Ransomware is now targeting legacy servers of defunct companies
In a disturbing yet intriguing development, cyber criminals have once again demonstrated their capacity to target organizations with the sole aim of extracting valuable data. Historically, ransomware groups have been known to target active businesses, steal critical data, and encrypt it in an effort to extort a ransom from the company, usually with the expectation […]
Ransomware related news trending on Google
Akira Targets Cipla Pharma with Major Data Theft: 70GB of Sensitive Information Stolen Cipla, one of India’s leading pharmaceutical giants, has fallen victim to a devastating ransomware attack by a group known as Akira. The cyberattack resulted in the theft of a staggering 70GB of sensitive data, causing significant disruption to the company’s operations. Cipla […]
